Mim was offered ৳120k for a senior designer role at a top e-commerce company. She was excited — but something felt off. She sent one email. Then another. Three exchanges later, she was starting at ৳160k with a performance review at 6 months. Here's exactly how she did it.
Why most negotiation attempts fail
Most professionals either don't negotiate at all (leaving money on the table) or negotiate emotionally (damaging the relationship before day one). The key is to negotiate from a position of enthusiasm and market data — not desperation or entitlement.
Key stat
Research shows that 85% of professionals who negotiate a job offer receive at least some increase. Most offers have 10–20% flex built in. If you don't ask, that money stays with the company.
Email #1 — counter the initial offer
Send this within 24 hours of the verbal offer. Keep it short, warm, and specific. Don't give a reason — you don't owe one. Do give a number — vague asks get vague responses.
- Keep the tone warm. Every email should start with enthusiasm. You're negotiating with a future colleague.
- Always give a number. "I was expecting more" gives them nowhere to go. "৳155,000" gives them a target.
- Ask for the review clause. A 6-month performance review with a defined raise is often easier to approve than a base increase.
- Know your walk-away number. Before you start, decide the number below which you won't accept. Don't move below it.
Common mistake
Don't justify your ask with your personal expenses or financial needs. The market doesn't care about your rent. Justify with market data and the value you bring — not your cost of living.
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